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STEM Scholarships For Students

Introduction to STEM Scholarships

Hey, y’all! Did you know that according to this study, of the 1.8 MILLION bachelor’s degrees that were awarded back in the 2015-2016 school year, 18% were in STEM fields?

How cool is that?!

As a non-STEM person over here, I may be just geeking out a little bit, but I do think it’s cool that nearly 1/5 of students were majoring in something related to the fields of science, technology, engineering, or mathematics.

I think the hope is that over the past 5 years or so, this percentage has grown even more and that it will only continue to grow over the many years to come so that we can continue to innovate, create, and do amazing things.

Because so much emphasis in recent years has been put on teaching students about careers in STEM, it only makes sense that a lot of large companies and organizations out there have been doing the same; teaching students about STEM through scholarships opportunities, and of course, awarding students who have shown interest and commitment to their field. If you’re a current or incoming STEM student, luckily for you, there is no shortage of scholarships out there for you to apply for.

In this post, I highlight just a few of the main ones to help you get your search started.

STEM scholarships in month-order

  • Employment Boost STEM Scholarship
  • Amount: $1,000
  • Deadline: Quarterly (applications accepted all year round) 
  • High school students who have been accepted to college and students who are currently enrolled in a college or university are eligible to apply for the Employment BOOST college scholarship program.
  • Applications are accepted year-round, with quarterly deadlines of April 1st, July 1st, October 1st, and January 1st, and must be received within the time frame to be considered eligible to be awarded that quarter.
  • Virginia Space Grant Consortium (VSGC) Graduate Research STEM Fellowship Program
  • Amount: $6,000
  • Deadline: January 29
  • This STEM Fellowship Program provides fellowships of $6,000 in add-on support to graduate students to supplement and enhance basic research support. Applicants must be enrolled full-time in a program of study in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) and have a specific faculty-mentored research project that has NASA or aerospace relevance. Allied Health Sciences majors are not eligible for this program.
  • NextStepU STEM Scholarship
  • Amount: $1,500
  • Deadline: January 31
  • NextStepU is looking for students who are interested in pursuing a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) major. Entrant must be 16-22 years old at the time of entry and be a registered user of NextStepU.com
  • SME Education Foundation Scholarships (Multiple)
  • Amount: N/A 
  • Deadline: February 1 
  • Eligibility: Current undergraduates pursuing a manufacturing career and matriculating in engineering-related courses at four-year colleges and universities within the United States or Canada. Some of the scholarships are also open to high school seniors.
  • Society for Women Engineers Scholarship Program
  • Amount: varies
  • Deadline: varies, but some close around February 14
  • The SWE Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to those who identify as a female/woman and are studying community college, baccalaureate, or graduate programs in preparation for careers in engineering, engineering technology,  and computer science. In 2019, SWE awarded nearly 260 new and renewed scholarships valued at over $810,000.
  • SWE provides one application for sophomores through graduate students and one application for freshmen.  Applicants complete an application and are considered for all scholarships for which they are eligible.
  • Jack and Jo Damann National Scholarship
  • Amount:$5,000
  • Deadline: March 1
  • This scholarship is for a full-time college student pursuing an Engineering degree, a STEM degree, or a Business degree with a marketing emphasis. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.7 and be a citizen of the United States.
  • Proctor and Gamble STEM Scholarship
  • Amount: up to $5,000
  • Deadline: March 9
  • This scholarship is focused on providing financial assistance to ensure students have access to quality education that will lead them down a pathway toward a successful career in one of the many sectors within the STEM industries.
  • The candidates must be enrolled as undergraduate students during the 2020-21 Academic year.
  • Community College STEM Scholarships
  • Amount:$2,000
  • Deadline: March 12
  • The Community College STEM Scholarship provides a one-year, non-renewable award of $2,000 for students enrolled full time during the award period at one of Virginia’s Community Colleges. Students must be majoring in a science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) field and be interested in pursuing a career that supports NASA’s mission including careers in the aerospace sector.
  • Students must apply during their second semester of freshman year of community college enrollment for an award that will begin in the sophomore year.
  • NSHSS STEAM SCHOLARSHIP
  • Amount: $1,000
  • Deadline: March 15
  • The increasing role of technological innovations in our daily life cannot be understated, and by recognizing the significance of the arts, the STEAM field provides a vast amount of opportunity for those interested in it. NSHSS created this scholarship to honor those students who embrace and celebrate the STEAM field and thrive within it.
  • This scholarship is open to high school seniors planning to major in a STEAM field (science/medicine, technology, engineering, arts, or mathematics)
  • Tau Beta Pi/SAE Engineering Scholarship
  • Amount: $1,500
  • Deadline: March 15
  • Six scholarships valued at $1,500 each will be awarded for the freshman year of college only.
  • Applicants must have a 3.75 GPA, rank in the 90th percentile in both math and critical reading for SAT scores or for composite ACT scores, and pursue an engineering program accredited by the engineering accreditation commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
  • Latinos in Technology Scholarship
  • Amount: Up to $30,000 (paid over three years, provided renewal eligibility requirements are met)
  • Deadline: March 19
  • This ~mini full-ride scholarship~ scholarship is for Latino(a) students who have a declared major in a science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM)-related field. 
  • Samsung @ First Scholars Program
  • Amount: up to $15,000
  • Deadline: March 19
  • For undergraduate or graduate students with a declared major in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM). Must be planning to enroll on a full-time basis (as defined by the program of study) in a California, public four-year college/university.
  • Emmy Noether Awards
  • Amount: Up to $75,000 ($25,000 for silver medalists, $75,000 for gold)
  • Deadline: March 26
  • The Emmy Noether Awards seek top aspiring female research scientists in any STEM (science, technology, engineering, or math) field to help realize their potential careers through financial and networking assistance.
  • Up to 13 awards will be given out. Must be a current senior in high school either living in or attending school in one of the following states: Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana.
  • Zuckerman Postdoctoral Scholars Program
  • Amount: approximately $52,000
  • Deadline: March 31 
  • The Zuckerman Postdoctoral Scholars Program attracts high-achieving postdoctoral scholars from premier universities in the United States and Canada to do research at one of seven Israeli universities. Once they complete their research, many Zuckerman postdocs are expected to accept faculty positions at top North American universities, weaving a network of academic collaboration and goodwill that will greatly benefit US-Israeli scientific cooperation.
  • GreyCampus Women in Technology Scholarship
  • Amount: Varies
  • Deadline: March 31 
  • Currently, women make up less than 30% of the workforce in new-age technologies. GreyCampus is offering 100 scholarships for women across the world to advance their careers in new-age technologies. These are 100% (full-fee waiver) scholarships for the Data Science and Full Stack Development Career Programs. Must be at least 21 years old
  • BAFTX Graduate Awards
  • Amount: N/A
  • Deadline: March 31 
  • The graduate award is designed for aspiring individuals from the UK or Texas, USA who are intent on furthering their education in their chosen STEM or business field.
  • This is an opportunity for students to study at graduate level, whether Texas residents in Texas, Texas residents in the UK or UK residents in Texas.
  • Women in Technology Scholarship
  • Amount: up to $2,500 per recipient
  • Deadline: April 1
  • Must be planning a career in computer science, information technology, management information systems, or other related fields. 3.0 GPA or higher required. The WITS Program will grant multiple scholarship awards that value up to $2,500.00 per recipient.
  • Avomeen STEM Scholarships
  • Amount: $2,500
  • Deadline: April 1
  • Two scholarships are available for students pursuing STEM degrees: one for women and one for minority students. 
  • Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarship Program
  • Amount: $10,000
  • Deadline: April 1
  • The Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarship program provides opportunities to students who want to build their talents and change the world! Lockheed Martin will award up to 200 renewable scholarships of $10,000 each.
  • Awards are open to individuals studying eligible engineering or computer science majors, who demonstrate financial need and come from underrepresented or underserved communities. Applicants must also be open to outreach from Lockheed Martin recruitment teams regarding possible internship opportunities.
  • Intertech STEAM Scholarships
  • Amount: $2,500
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  • Deadline: April 15
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  • Intertech STEM scholarships are non-renewable and are awarded for one year to a scholarship recipient in the amount of $2500 to a college-bound high school graduating applicant, starting higher education in the fall of the same year.
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  • To be eligible, the student must possess:
  • – Cumulative high school GPA of 3.3 or higher
  • -An intent to study computer science
  • BHW Women in STEM Scholarship
  • Amount: $3,000
  • Deadline: April 15
  • The Women In STEM Scholarship is available to undergraduate and graduate female students. You must be pursuing a degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics to be eligible for this award.
  • International students can apply as long as they are attending a US-based school. If your college is not a US-based organization, you cannot apply at this time. US-based programs offering study abroad are allowed.
  • Great Minds in STEM Scholarships
  • Amount: $500 – $10,000
  • Deadline: April 30
  • -Applicants must demonstrate merit through academic achievements, leadership and campus/community activities
  • -Applicants must be pursuing a science, technology, engineering or math degree
  • -Applicants must have an overall minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • -Applicants must be of Hispanic descent and/or must demonstrate significant leadership or service within the underserved community
  • -Recipients must be enrolled in a STEM undergraduate or graduate program for the upcoming fall semester, at an accredited 2-yr or 4-yr college/university in the U.S. or its territories.
  • The GMiS Scholars Program accepts applicants who are U.S. citizens, U.S. residents, F1 Visa, or DACA status.
  • CodeWizardsHQ STEM Scholarship
  • Amount: $2,500
  • Deadline: May 1
  • -Open to high school seniors and incoming college freshmen
  • -GPA must be 3.5 or higher 
  • -Scholarship is based on financial need
  • -Priority is given to students who are majoring in a STEM-related field
  • Thermo Fisher Scientific Antibody Scholarship
  • Amount: up to $10,000
  • Deadline: May 5
  • -Open to graduate and undergraduate students
  • -Must be studying biology, chemistry, biochemistry or a related life science field
  • -Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • STEM Teachers for America’s Future Scholarship
  • Amount: $2,500
  • Deadline: May 31
  • The AFCEA Educational Foundation is offering competitive based scholarships of $2,500 each to students actively pursuing a graduate degree or credential/licensure for the purpose of teaching STEM (science, technology, engineering or math) subjects at a U.S. school in grades K-12.
  • AFCEA STEM Majors Scholarships for Undergraduate Students (multiple)
  • Amount: $2,500 – $5,000
  • Deadline: May 31
  • The AFCEA offers four STEM scholarships for undergraduate students. Students can automatically apply for all four through one application. Must be a current sophomore or junior enrolled in a four-year college or university, pursuing a degree in one of the STEM majors linked above on the scholarship page.
  • LabRoots STEM Scholarship
  • Amount: average $2,000
  • Deadline: September 3 
  • The program welcomes applications from students seeking support to cover expenses associated with their academic pursuits in a STEM field. The scholarship will fund one undergraduate or graduate student for one year, providing $1,000-$3,000 in direct costs.
  • NSHSS INNOVATION IN TECHNOLOGY SCHOLARSHIP
  • Amount: $2,000
  • Deadline: September 30
  • Technology is everywhere in today’s society. Whether it be behind the scenes with coding and software programming, or easily demonstrated through AI and robotics, tech can be an asset and sometimes a liability or distraction. NSHSS wishes to honor our students devoted to tech to tell us all about their passions for the field.
  • Open to high school seniors and college freshmen, sophomores, juniors with a dedicated passion for AI, technology, coding, and more.
  • Orangesoft Scholarship for Women in Technology
  • Amount: $1,000
  • Deadline: October 31
  • Orangesoft offers a scholarship dedicated to female college or university students pursuing STEM, or other technology-related studies and careers. This scholarship will help a high school or university female student to achieve their goal in their future career in a technical field.
  • Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be accepted to or studying at an accredited university in the US.
  • Tech for Good Scholarship
  • Amount: $5,000
  • Deadline: November 15
  • Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student in a technology-related course at any accredited US university. 
  • Grants for Disabled Graduate Students in the Sciences
  • Amount: $1,000
  • Deadline: December 1
  • The Student Award Program of FSD helps to increase opportunities in science, engineering, mathematics, technology, and pre‑medical/dental areas for fourth-year undergraduate or graduate students with disabilities.
  • PixelPlex $2,000 Bi-Annual STEM Scholarship
  • Amount: $2,000
  • Deadline: December 5
  • Eligibility: The $2000 PixelPlex Bi-Annual STEM Scholarship was established to help support and inspire students to pursue further education in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), as well as economics and business. One student will be chosen from the applicant pool and will be awarded based on the strength of their written essay. The selected student will receive 2,000 USD to help cover education-related expenses.

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